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there, under the auspices and control of our Board. We would of course aim to make it first class in every respect, and make it a permanent institution for training teachers and promoting the educational interests of the State.

I understand the Bureau owns a good building there Is it suitable for such an institution? and would they transfer it to us? What is your negro population there?

What are the general prospects for the growth, and success of your state, and such institutions in it please write me immediately particularly in relation this matter and very much oblige yours.

Yours &c.
W. H. Buchanan } Supt. of U.P.B. Mission